Louisiana § RS 14:4 - Conduct made criminal under several articles; how prosecuted
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 14:4 — Conduct made criminal under several articles; how prosecuted, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 14:4. Conduct made criminal under several articles; how prosecuted
Prosecution may proceed under either provision, in the discretion of the district attorney, whenever an offender's conduct is:
(1) Criminal according to a general article of this Code or Section of this Chapter of the Revised Statutes and also according to a special article of this Code or Section of this Chapter of the Revised Statutes; or
(2) Criminal according to an article of the Code or Section of this Chapter of the Revised Statutes and also according to some other provision of the Revised Statutes, some special statute, or some constitutional provision.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 14:4
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 14:4 cover?
Section RS 14:4 ("Conduct made criminal under several articles; how prosecuted") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Louisiana § RS 14:4?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 14:4" (Louisiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Louisiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Louisiana attorney.
How does Louisiana § RS 14:4 apply to my situation?
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